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How to Reach Top Settlements for your Seriously Injured Clients

We know you will do anything you can to reach top settlements for your injured clients. Catastrophically-injured plaintiffs need extra support. That’s why we’ve created MASSIVE Life Care Plans (LCPs). Our LCPs, assess your plaintiff’s needs and coordinate with treating providers and the plaintiff’s family to make sure all future care needs are individually examined. […]

New Portal Coming in 2025

Big news! We’re announcing the launch of our new customer Portal…coming your way in 2025. The portal is being redesigned to offer you a more user-friendly experience for your lien resolution cases and cost projection submissions. These upgrades will significantly enhance the case submission process, communication with your MASSIVE team, and provide a cleaner, easier-to-use […]

$252k Veterans Affairs Lien Reduced to $0

$252k Veterans Affairs Lien Reduced to $0

Sexual abuse cases can be complex to resolve. Recently, MASSIVE assisted a plaintiff the Veterans Affairs office claimed owed over $252,000 in liens from therapy sessions. Carrie Hornsby, Lien Negotiation Specialist at MASSIVE, examined each of the 4,000 pages of treatment dates and notes to discover what they were being treated for and why. When […]

Proud Achievements and a Bright Future: A Message from NLVA’s Past President

In January 2023, I had the privilege of becoming President of the Mass Tort Vendor Association (MTVA). Two years later, I am honored to transition into the role of Past President of what is now the National Legal Vendor Association (NLVA). This transformation from MTVA to NLVA fills me with immense pride. What began as […]

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Chelsea-Wales

Chelsea Wales

Lien Resolution Specialist

Chelsea joined the team in March 2022 and is the liaison between Med Lien Solutions and our customers. Chelsea works directly with law firms to make sure they have the tools and information needed throughout the lien resolution process. Reporting regular updates and changes to law firms, she oversees and manages projects and provides support when needed.

Chelsea’s background as a mass tort paralegal has given her a passion for plaintiff advocacy. Her previous role provided her great experience in probate coordination, lien resolution coordination, and mass data projects.

Chelsea is a graduate of Troy University, Alabama, and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work. An avid learner, Chelsea has also attended several years of law school, numerous paralegal training courses, and litigation webinars.

In her free time, she enjoys time with family, friends, and her pets. Chelsea’s family loves to help and support their local animal shelter by fostering animal shelter pets and assisting in animal rescue.

Megan-Stewart

Megan Stewart

Implementation and Project Liaison

Since joining Med Lien Solutions in 2014, Megan has worked in many divisions of the company. She started on the Mass Tort team, resolving NuvaRing cases, before transferring to the Single Event team to work in various roles. Megan helped implement our state-of-the-art OCR technology and has managed many specialized projects throughout her career at Med Lien Solutions.

Megan returned to the Mass Tort division in 2022 and works with law firms and lienholders to provide a crucial bridge for the most efficient lien resolution. She curates relationships with lienholders across the United States to foster streamlined information exchange processes while working diligently to protect the best interests of our customers. Combining her industry knowledge with implementing new law firms and Mass Tort projects, Megan provides her expertise in onboarding and educating firms to allow for the most expedited lien resolution.

Megan graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University and went on to earn her Master’s of Business Administration degree from Wayne State University in Detroit. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two children outdoors and working in her garden. She is dedicated to supporting non-profit organizations that benefit women and children across the United States.

Kelsey-Olsberg

Kelsey Olsberg

Lien Negotiation Specialist

Kelsey joined the Med Lien Solutions team in November 2023.  In her role, she works with various lienholders to ensure accurate liens and negotiates lien reductions to maximize patients’ recoveries.

Prior to her time at Med Lien Solutions, she worked in the subrogation field for several subrogation vendors for over seven years.  Having worked in numerous roles, she understands the “ins and outs” of healthcare subrogation from both sides.

 

After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in social work, Kelsey attained a paralegal certificate through the local community college.

Kelsey lives in Illinois and participates in the sport of rowing and enjoys baking and trying out new recipes.

Chelsea-Loomis

Chelsea Loomis

Lien Resolution Manager

Chelsea joined Med Lien Solutions in November 2022 as a Lien Resolution Administrator. During her first year, she supported both the Single Event and Mass Tort teams and was promoted to Lien Resolution Manager in 2024.

 

In her current position as Lien Resolution Manager, Chelsea works closely with customers to ensure their needs are met. Her experience with both single event and mass tort cases gives Chelsea a broad range of knowledge and makes her a valuable asset to the team.

 

Chelsea has a background in legal records and obtained a NC notary public certification. With a passion for education, Chelsea is furthering her studies by pursuing a bachelor’s degree in legal services and support.

 

In her free time, Chelsea enjoys hiking and going on road trips with her children, as well as diving into a good book.

Anna-Hall

Anna Hall

Lien Resolution Manager

Anna joined the Med Lien Solutions team in March 2023. At MASSIVE, she manages mass tort projects and works hard to ensure the maximum return for our firms and their claimants.

With almost four years in the subrogation industry before coming to Med Lien Solutions, Anna has been a huge value added to the team.

A lifetime “Memphian”, Anna is involved in her church and loves spending time with her husband and three dogs. Anna is an adventure seeker and enjoys painting, running, and playing in a bowling league.

Carrie-Hornsby

Carrie Hornsby

Lien Negotiation Specialist

Carrie joined Med Lien Solutions in March 2024 as a Lien Negotiation Specialist and has been a great addition to the Mass Tort Team.

Her previous experience was working for personal injury firms, where she gained an in-depth understanding of the different stages of processing a case. During her time with these firms, she learned everything about lien negotiation and eventually moved up to building and managing their own lien department.

Outside of work, Carrie enjoys spending time with her large, blended family of seven and two dogs. She is also a proud grandmother of two grandbabies.

Andre-DePalma

Andre DePalma

Lien Negotiation Specialist

Joining Med Lien Solutions in 2023, Andre is the Lead Lien Negotiation Specialist on the Mass Tort Team. His prior experience is in representing ERISA and FEHBA liens for more than 6 years, and he uses what he learned in his negotiations on behalf of Med Lien Solutions’ clients. Andre also has experience in legal research and contract review, both of which come into play as he negotiates liens.

A graduate of Benedictine University, Andre’s field of study was political science and pre-law. He would later earn his paralegal certificate from College of DuPage and began his career in subrogation immediately after.

Outside of work, Andre enjoys learning new recipes with his wife, staying connected with friends across the country, and tabletop gaming.

Mike-Cho

Michael Cho

Lien Negotiation Specialist

Michael joined Med Lien Solutions in January 2023 with 20 years’ experience in the insurance industry, ranging from private insurance, to large organizational/known individual property and casualty.

A graduate of the University of Colorado, Michael spends his free time with his partner and their dog, Oscar Jalapeño Fruitbat. Michael also trains in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu/Muay Thai and enjoys tabletop role-playing games.

Rob-Zabawsk

Robert Zabawski, Esq.

Mass Tort Lead Attorney

Rob joined Med Lien Solutions as its first team member in 2011. Before his time at Med Lien Solutions, Rob began his legal career in private practice, gaining valuable experience in criminal and civil litigation. Rob used that experience to quickly become an expert in lien resolution and HIPAA compliance and leads the Med Lien Solutions Mass Tort Team in his role as Attorney.

He received his undergraduate degree in English from Eastern Michigan University in 2001 and his J.D. from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law in 2006.

Secret-Turner

Secret Turner

Lien Resolution Manager

Secret Turner joined Med Lien Solutions in September 2024 as a Lien Resolution Manager.

With over six years of experience in lien resolution management and subrogation cycles, Secret brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. In her role, Secret ensures seamless communication between law firms, subrogation firms, and the Med Lien Solutions team.

Currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Secret is dedicated to personal and professional growth. Outside of work, Secret enjoys scouting out affordable travel opportunities, staying active through workouts, and collecting manga. Secret also loves socializing with friends every chance she gets.

Chrissy-Sanalitro

Christina Sanalitro, CP

Senior Lien Negotiator

Christina joined Med Lien Solutions in January 2021 as Senior Lien Negotiator. With 20 years of experience in subrogation and lien resolution, Christina brings her strong negotiation skills to Med Lien Solutions’ Single Event team.

Christina is a Certified Paralegal and has worked with a national subrogation company for 18 years prior to coming to MASSIVE where she gained knowledge and expertise working for health plans such as ERISA, Medicaid, and Medicare. She now utilizes her skills working for the plaintiffs negotiating the lowest liens possible, maximizing recoveries for Med Lien Solutions clients.

When she is not getting her three kids around to different sports and activities, she enjoys being outdoors, boating, or watching the latest True Crime documentary.

Lindsay-ODonnell

Lindsay O’Donnell

Lien Resolution Manager

Lindsay is a dedicated professional who joined Med Lien Solutions in 2020 as a Lien Resolution Assistant and is currently a Lien Resolution Manager. She finds her work in lien resolution to be highly rewarding and challenging.

Residing in Michigan, Lindsay balances her professional life with her role as a first-time mom. She cherishes the time spent with her baby and values the opportunity to learn and grow together. When she’s not busy with work or caring for her child, Lindsay indulges in various hobbies and interests.

One of her passions is reading, additionally, Lindsay finds joy in crafting, engaging in DIY projects and creating unique items. Dancing is another source of relaxation and fun she partakes in through a nearby studio.

Lindsay’s love for animals is evident through her four dogs. She appreciates spending quality time with her furry friends.

Overall, Lindsay is a motivated professional who is dedicated to her work as a Lien Resolution Manager at Med Lien Solutions. She embraces the rewarding nature of her field while also finding fulfillment in being a first-time mom and pursuing her hobbies and interests outside of work.

Kara-Lane

Kara Lane

Lien Resolution Manager

Kara has been a part of the Med Lien Solutions team as a Lien Resolution Manager for the Single Event team since 2022. Her role is to facilitate lien resolution by working closely with our customers to navigate the complex world of subrogation, ensuring that they and their clients receive the best possible outcome.

Prior to joining Med Lien Solutions, Kara worked as personal injury paralegal for almost 10 years. As a paralegal, Kara gained extensive experience in working with individuals who have been injured and their families, helping them to obtain the compensation they deserve. At Med Lien Solutions, Kara continues to pursue her passion for helping our customers by providing excellent service.

Kara resides in Taylorsville, Kentucky with her spouse and four children. In her free time, she enjoys reading, crocheting, and spending time by the water. Kara’s greatest joy comes from being actively involved with her children and engaging in their hobbies and interests. Additionally, she proudly serves as a den leader with the Boy Scouts of America, guiding and mentoring young people on their journey towards personal growth and development.

Kara is a graduate of the University of Louisville in Louisville, Kentucky. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Justice Administration and an Associates of Arts degree in Paralegal Studies.

Keely-Davidsson

Keely Davidsson

Lien Resolution Manager

Keely joined Med Lien Solutions in January 2023 as a Lien Resolution Administrator and was promoted to Lien Resolution Manager in November of that year. Keely facilitates the processing of liens and ensures we have everything we need to keep things moving efficiently. The highlight of the job for Keely is displaying excellent customer service and striving to keep our firms happy.

Prior to her time at Med Lien Solutions, Keely was an onsite administrator at a local hospital and processed third party liability claims. Being the liaison between her company and the attorneys and processing all the lien requests was a great experience that helps her daily in her role at Med Lien Solutions. Later, Keely was recruited by a firm as a pre-suit case manager, where she negotiated liens and settlements, and assisted with litigations as needed.

Keely received her degree from Champlain College in Web Design and Development. In her free time, she loves to travel and experience new cultures including the local food. So far, her favorite place to visit has been Sweden. Keely and her husband have two kids and would love to one day take a family vacation to Australia, Thailand, and go on an Africia Safari.

Kim-Chapman

Kim Chapman

Lien Resolution Manager

Since joining Med Lien Solutions in May 2022, Kim has provided exceptional customer service to our law firms and ensures that they receive accurate claim/lien resolution for their clients.

A graduate of Columbia College with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice administration, Kim came to Med Lien Solutions with strong legal knowledge and experience as a litigation assistant for a large personal injury firm. She has over 18 years of U.S. Navy/Department of Defense (DOD) experience in administrative management, management principles, disbursing, official military personnel files, and human resources.

Kim is passionate about her faith and her family. She enjoys spending time with her adult children and granddaughter. She also enjoys reading and exploring all things in nature.

Tricia-Stalnaker

Patricia Stalnaker

Process Manager

Patricia Stalnaker joined Med Lien Solutions in July 2021. In her role as Process Manager, she reviews, tests, and implements new elements into our proprietary software while continuing to maintain our systems. She also initiates communication company-wide to ensure each staff member has tools at their disposal to work efficiently.

Previously, Patricia worked as one of our Lien Resolution Managers on the Mass Tort team and later advanced to Lead Lien Resolution Manager. Before Med Lien Solutions, she worked as a Mass Tort and Class Action paralegal at a law firm for five years.

After graduating with a bachelor’s degree, Patricia went on to complete a paralegal certification program. Patricia lives in Alabama, and in her free time, she enjoys spending time with family outdoors and eating at new restaurants.

John-Buford

John Buford, Esq.

Single Event Lead Attorney

Leading our Single Event program, John Buford is an attorney with more than 20 years of lien resolution experience.  He is an expert in Medicare lien resolution, self-funded ERISA plans, Medicaid, and private health lien resolution. Prior to joining Med Lien Solutions, John spent over 10 years working with a national health care subrogation company gaining valuable experience on the specific arguments that lien holders use to increase their recovery.  He now uses this experience to help maximize the recoveries for plaintiffs.

John is married and the father of two children. He is an active member of the community and enjoys spending time with his daughter in softball and his son in Scouting programs.  As an Eagle Scout and Boy Scout Scoutmaster, John enjoys spending time with his family outdoors.

Ilayda-Kartum

Ilayda Kartum

Learning and Development Manager

Ilayda Kartum joined Med Lien Solutions in 2015 as a Lien Resolution Administrator before ascending to the role of Lien Resolution Manager in 2018, and then Senior Lien Resolution Manager in 2022.

In her current role as Learning and Development Manager, Ilayda provides learning resources for our staff and motivates them to focus on their goals within the company.

She graduated valedictorian from Cyprus International University with a degree in English and has since gained knowledge and expertise in various areas including the legal field.

Fluent in both English and Turkish, Ilayda is an avid traveler. She enjoys exploring new cultures and cuisines, and her passion for adventure has taken her to many exciting destinations around the world.

Amy-Grishaber

Amy Grishaber

Implementation Manager |
Business Development Cost Projection Manager

Amy has been a proud member of the Med Lien Solutions team since 2014. As Implementation Manager, she offers law firms personalized attention and training, ensuring a seamless onboarding process. She utilizes her love for teaching to provide an easy transition to Med Lien Solutions, with a focus on excellent customer service. She values her client relationships and guarantees law firms are set up for success on day one.

As Cost Projection Manager, Amy provides the expertise firms require when evaluating Future Medical Allocations, including Medicare Set-Asides. Amy and our expert nurses offer law firms accurate projections to increase their settlement outcomes while protecting them from liability.

By also being part of the dynamic Business Development team, Amy coordinates with firms to discover the benefits of sourcing their liens to Med Lien Solutions. As an expert in our workflows and processes, she supplies crucial understanding of the complex lien resolution landscape. With over 15 years in the legal industry, her background benefits law firms by offering an in-depth analysis of how Med Lien Solutions’ advocacy benefits their cases.

Amy received her Bachelor of Science from Old Dominion University. In her free time, Amy enjoys travel, yoga, cooking, and enjoying great food with friends and family.

Marcy-Spitz

Marcy Spitz, Esq.

Partner

Marcy Spitz is a co-founder, partner, and experienced attorney at Med Lien Solutions. Marcy specializes in complex lien resolution of Medicare, Medicaid, and ERISA liens. She is an expert in ERISA lien resolution stemming from her experience at the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, Office of Enforcement in Washington, D.C. and then in private practice with Sommers, Schwartz, Silver and Schwartz in Southfield, MI as part of their commercial transactions department. 

During her years at the DOL she was responsible for civil and criminal investigations of employee benefit plans and other fiduciary arrangements. In private practice she was responsible for drafting and maintenance of all ERISA covered plans along with any benefit related issue in the Employment department at the firm. Marcy concentrates her practice at MASSIVE on more challenging ERISA liens that may entail compromises, appeals, and hearings with an administrative law judge. Marcy is relentless in her efforts to reduce liens on behalf of her clients. 

Marcy is a member of the American Association of Justice, the Michigan Bar Association, and the Oakland County Bar Association. She graduated from the University of Michigan and received her law degree from Michigan State University.

Nick-Dillon

Nick Dillon

Senior Accountant

Nick joined Med Lien Solutions in October 2024 with more than 10 years of accounting and financial services experience. His finance background, prior to working in both public and private accounting as a CPA, has given him a thorough understanding of financial processes while overseeing Med Lien Solutions’ financial operations. Nick collaborates closely with partners, managers, and customers to ensure all accounts are properly recorded and up to date.

Outside the office, Nick enjoys exploring the outdoors through hiking and traveling with his wife and daughter. A passionate sports fan, he’s a dedicated Detroit Lions supporter and a proud season ticket holder.

Elizabeth-Simpson

Elizabeth Simpson

Human Resources Generalist

Elizabeth is a highly accomplished Human Resources professional with an impressive two-decade career dedicated to enhancing organizational success through strategic talent management and employee development initiatives. Throughout her journey, Elizabeth has consistently exhibited a strong commitment to creating thriving workplaces that drive business excellence.

With her extensive experience, Elizabeth has honed her skills across diverse industries, gaining valuable insights into the distinctive challenges and opportunities each sector presents. Her unwavering focus centers on ensuring that the organization is well-supported from a people perspective, enabling it to deliver top-notch services to its client base.

Elizabeth’s educational background is marked by a bachelor’s degree in science from The University of the Cumberlands and the attainment of an MBA from Western Governor’s University. These qualifications have provided her with a robust academic foundation to complement her extensive practical experience in the HR field.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Elizabeth’s life is enriched by her marriage and a blended family of nine children. Together with her husband, they share a passion for exploring new destinations, fishing, attending live concerts, and a mutual love for the sport of football.

Tina-Lumley

Tina Lumley

Director of Operations

Tina and the Operations team focus on fast and efficient lien resolution by analyzing internal KPIs, listening to the voice of the customer, and engaging with lienholders early and often in the process.

Using her skills in standardization, continuous improvement, and change management, Tina has led changes in our proprietary software and processes that have increased efficiency while improving the overall customer experience.

Prior to joining Med Lien Solutions in 2020, Tina held technical and operational leadership positions in the service and manufacturing sectors, working with United Parcel Service, General Motors, and AGC Glass Company North America.

Tina received her Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from GMI Engineering & Management Institute before earning her Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering from Johns Hopkins University.

In her free time, Tina enjoys cooking and traveling, often blending the two by collecting cookbooks during her travels to bring home new recipes to explore.

Ryan-Weiner

Ryan Weiner, Esq.

Partner

Ryan is a co-founder of Med Lien Solutions and runs the Lien Resolution Program. Ryan specializes in Medicare compliance, lien resolution and the nuance of future medicals. He is an expert in ERISA lien resolution through his work with hundreds of different health insurance plans. He utilizes this lien resolution for the continued refinement of MASSIVE’s proprietary workflow and OCR systems, as well as in negotiations for mass tort Lien Resolution Programs.

Ryan began his career as a personal injury attorney for Weiner & Associates, LLC in Chicago, IL. He is currently licensed in Illinois and Washington D.C. He is the president of the Mass Tort Vendor Association from 2023 and 2024.

He has presented lien resolution, Medicare compliance, and ERISA topics at events sponsored by various professional organizations, including Mass Torts Made Perfect (MTMP), the National Trial Lawyer Summit, Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILG), 360 Advocacy, the National Business Institute, and numerous state associations.

Ryan earned his B.A. in History at the University of Michigan and his J.D. at Chicago-Kent College of Law.

Vicky-Steinert

Vicky Steinert

Lien Resolution Manager

Vicky has been part of the Med Lien Solutions team since 2020. Her role is to assist our customers with their subrogation needs while providing excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, empathy, and attention to detail.


Vicky previously worked in the subrogation field for over a decade at one of the largest healthcare companies in the United States. During this time, she learned valuable strategic thinking, analysis, and negotiation skills, which she continues to apply to her current role with Med Lien Solutions.


When not pursuing her professional goals, Vicky enjoys spending time with her husband, two daughters, family, and friends. She loves being outdoors, traveling, and attending concerts in her free time. Family and friends have taught her the importance of dedication, hard work, and compassion; values that she brings to work every day.

Todd-Franklin

Todd Franklin

Chief Commercial Officer

Todd Franklin is a highly skilled professional specializing in Lien subrogation and serves as a co-founder of Med Lien Solutions. With an exceptional ability to identify and implement effective solutions within the legal industry, Todd has established a reputation as an expert in creating sustainable strategies for law firms. His entrepreneurial spirit has led him to successfully establish and contribute to the growth of two prominent companies in the personal injury sector.

Todd’s expertise lies in assisting law firms in fostering a culture of profitability, enabling them to thrive in a competitive environment. As a renowned thought leader, he employs disciplined and well-documented systems that consistently yield measurable results. Todd’s dedication to securing justice for thousands of plaintiffs has made him a sought-after speaker at legal industry events throughout the United States.

Recognized for his innovative approach, Todd’s methodologies have generated numerous benefits for law firms nationwide. In addition to his professional pursuits, he enjoys reading autobiographies and books about business improvement. Todd also finds solace in nature and the excitement of a good baseball game.